MISSION TO MARS

It appears UPN is attempting to fix what ain't broken when it comes to critical darling Veronica Mars. In an effort to boost the cult show's ratings and make it more compatible with new time-slot companion America's Next Top Model (huh?), the network has asked exec producer Rob Thomas to make a number of changes to Mars in Season 2. For a rundown of the tweaks, click over to today's fresh Ask Ausiello.